If you have a deep passion for understanding, applying and effectively communicating the Scriptures, then CIU’s Master of Divinity in Bible Exposition program is designed with you in mind. This program is tailored to equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge to engage with the Word of God in a profound and impactful way.
At the core of our program is a strong emphasis on Scripture. We believe that the Bible is the ultimate authority and the foundation for all aspects of ministry. Throughout your studies, you will delve into the depths of biblical interpretation, learning how to uncover the rich meaning and timeless truths within the Scriptures. This includes developing skills in exegesis, hermeneutics and biblical analysis, enabling you to accurately understand and apply the Word of God to contemporary issues and the lives of individuals.
Spiritual formation is vital for effective ministry, and CIU’s Master of Divinity in Bible Exposition integrates this essential aspect throughout your learning journey. You will be encouraged to deepen your own spiritual walk, fostering a personal relationship with God and allowing His Word to transform your life. This holistic approach nurtures your spiritual growth and prepares you to minister to others with authenticity, compassion and wisdom.
Our carefully constructed curriculum is designed to prepare you for a life of ministry leadership and teaching the Bible. You will engage in rigorous academic study, exploring various theological disciplines and gaining a comprehensive understanding of biblical principles and doctrine. Additionally, you will develop practical ministry skills, learning how to effectively communicate the Scriptures in diverse settings and contexts.
In a rapidly changing world, it is crucial to be equipped to think biblically and navigate the complexities of our society through the lens of Scripture. Our Master of Divinity in Bible Exposition program will empower you to engage with contemporary issues, guiding others towards biblical truth and providing a solid foundation for faith and discipleship.
By pursuing this degree, you are embarking on a transformative journey that will shape you into a knowledgeable, skilled and competent minister of God’s Word. You will be equipped to serve as a leader, teacher and shepherd, faithfully proclaiming the Scriptures and impacting lives for the glory of God. Our program prepares you to navigate the challenges and opportunities of ministry in our ever-changing world, standing firm on the unchanging truth of God’s Word.
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Our degree focuses especially on exegesis and the use of the biblical languages in exposition, giving you the skills you need for careful interpretation of the biblical text. Whereas many institutions currently deemphasize the biblical languages, we believe the biblical languages are vital to interpreting and teaching the Scriptures. Thus, we equip you to exegete the biblical text faithfully and competently from the original Greek and Hebrew text, with special attention to the ancient world context in which the Bible was written.
Our degree also integrates the interpretation and communication of Scripture with spiritual formation and ministry skills. It is not enough to simply know about God and the Bible, you will learn to embody Christ and the Scriptures in your ministry by fully integrating the head, heart and hands.
You will learn how to teach and apply the Bible practically in a variety of ministry contexts. Coursework in preaching and teaching, in addition to guided practice in your internship, will give you the ability and confidence to communicate Scripture in a wide variety of settings, for example: church services, small groups, Bible studies and Bible classes at private Christian schools.
In addition to the undergraduate core and other related courses, here is a glimpse at a few of the courses you will be taking in this program.
For a full list of courses related to this program, visit the Academic Catalog at one of the options below:
In this course, you will explore and defend hermeneutical principles and processes based on evangelical presuppositions of Scripture and authorial intended meaning. You will apply an exegetical method to interpret Old and New Testament passages from a variety of biblical genres and apply them to contemporary settings.
In this course, you will examine the foundational principles of spiritual formation for effective life and ministry with an emphasis on personal sanctification and growth with others in a mutually-edifying community.
In this course, you will examine the teaching-learning process to help you understand how to adapt instructional methods to differing expectations, learning styles, cognitive processes, and social relations of learners in multicultural contexts in order to biblically transform lives.
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